Bonn, 11 December 2024 - BlueBox Systems, one of the leading developers of intelligent freight tracking solutions, has further developed its BlueBoxCargo tracking platform. The new features include the tracking of CO₂ emissions for sea freight, simplified shipment registration for smaller customers and extended analysis options that further optimize decision-making for customers. This includes, for example, a new routing function for air freight customers. The enhancements give customers access to even more precise and comprehensive data and make the platforms even easier and more flexible to use – even for smaller companies.

UNESCO’s groundbreaking environmental DNA programme  has mapped nearly 4,500 marine species across 21 World Heritage sites around the world, providing new key data and a revolutionary method for stronger ocean protection in an era of rapid climate disruption.

Thordon Bearings has delivered COMPAC water-lubricated propeller shaft and SXL rudder bearings to replace oil- and grease- lubricated bearings onboard McKeil Marine’s bulk carrier Northern Venture as part of a major refurbishment project.

The Council of the European Union’s adoption of its general approaches on passenger rights enforcement and multimodal journey regulation marks a significant step forward in safeguarding passengers and supporting operators. IRU welcomes, in particular, the clarification of the scope and the realistic extension of reimbursement deadlines. However, critical gaps remain, including the need to consider the unique position of small enterprises and set clearer rules on intermediary liability.

The European Parliament has advanced the CountEmissionsEU proposal, setting the stage for trilogue negotiations, recognising road transport needs, especially for SMEs.

The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has joined a financing facility for the Finnish shipyard company Meyer Turku Oy (Meyer) with a EUR 102 million participation. The two-year facility will finance the construction of ICON 3 cruise ship.

ESPO congratulates bremenports (Germany) on their recertification under the EcoPorts’ environmental management standard (PERS). The Ports of Bremen joined the EcoPorts network in 2011 and have now earned PERS certification for an outstanding seventh time.

The Baltic States and Poland have urged the European Commission to impose tariffs on fertilizer imports from Russia and Belarus into EU countries. These four nations argue that the importation of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium fertilizers is financing Russia's aggression against Ukraine.

The new integrated product offers more flexibility for Nordic fish market customers who export reefer cargo to Asia

COSCO SHIPPING has presented its new product “Nordic Fish Express” last Friday in Rotterdam. The new product will bring more flexibility and personalized service to reefer customers who explore especially Asian markets for seafood from key Nordic fish ports such as Sortland, Ålesund, Måløy, Bergen, Haugesund (Norway), as well as Grangemouth (UK), Velsen and Rotterdam (Netherlands).

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE) is pleased to announce that it has participated as sponsors of the Museo del Galeón*1, a maritime museum being built in Pasay City in the Philippines with its business partner in the Philippines, Rayomar Management, Inc. (Rayomar).*2 It aims to support the cultural contribution to the maritime industry in the Philippines that this museum, along with Rayomar, aspires to achieve.

Globe Air Cargo, a subsidiary of ECS Group, has been appointed as the GSSA for Air Arabia in Poland. This partnership marks an important step in strengthening Air Arabia's cargo operations in the region. The contract is effective since October 15, 2024, for a duration of three years from the date of signing.

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE) held a global IT conference in mid-November with the goal of promoting its digital transformation (DX) strategy and strengthening security.

The project “Renewable Energy Development and Intelligent Implementation in Ports - REDII Ports” focuses on renewable energy from the perspective of a port authority. Launched in 2023 the 15 partners from seven countries inside the North Sea Region and Norway are in the middle of their project activities. The port of Korsør is one of them. Jimmi Jørgensen, port director of the Port of Korsør, explains in a short interview the focus that the port has chosen in the project.

Participation in the Breakbulk Americas trade fair in Houston, together with a customer event in Philadelphia and a port visit in New York, was a well-chosen opportunity for JadeWeserPort presentations in the USA.

On November 22, 2024, a ceremony was held at Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Co., Ltd to mark that the newly built liquefied CO2 carrier “NORTHERN PIONEER” (the Vessel) is ready for delivery to Northern Lights JV DA (Northern Lights).